This report seeks to address the gap between field based outcomes and policy initiatives by exploring the state of knowledge on the links between conservation, livelihoods and food security. The report documents lessons from field projects that seek to improve local livelihoods and health by undertaking actions for biodiversity conservation and poverty reduction. This report has been prepared in consultation with project managers and the wider conservation and development community in an effort to formulate guidelines for future project development.
Publication year
2004
Authors
Oduol P A; Swai R E A; Mbwambo L
Language
English
Keywords
food processing, food security, fruits, honey, indigenous forests, medicinal plants, valuarisation, miombo biodiversity, food security
Geographic
Tanzania
